1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 323 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
